Stars: Steve Carell, Lauren Graham and Morgan Freeman
Where We Left Off: In the original, Jim Carrey complains about how God has only made his life a total waste. He meets God and is given all of his powers. At first he loves it. He can do anything, but when he discovers others are praying, he learns that maybe this job of being God isn't really that easy. He learns humility and ends up with his love, Grace.
The Skinny: The last time we saw Evan Baxter (Steve Carell), he was being tormented onscreen by rival Bruce, live from their Buffalo TV station. But as time passed and Evan made up with Bruce, he's gone onto bigger and better things. Newly elected to Washington D.C. as a congressman, Evan has left Buffalo, N.Y., in pursuit of a greater calling. But that calling isn't to serve in the illustrious ranks of America's politics, but he is being summoned by The Almighty Himself (Morgan Freeman), who has handed Evan the task of building a new ark, much like the one built by Noah in the Bible days. With time passing by and his family belittled by Evan's newfound realization, Evan will have to do the work that God has given him in what promises to be an unusual adventure for a man who just wanted to serve his country.
Total Gross: $242.8 million – $242.8 million (Bruce Almighty)
Black Quotient: High
Prediction: The producers of this film struck gold when a little known comedic actor, Carrell, was cast alongside Carrey in the original. When it came time to make a sequel, Carrell’s profile had risen high enough to potentially equal Carrey’s comedic impact from the original. Plus, having Freeman giving a God-like performance won’t hurt. If Carrell can channel Carrey’s comedic charm, this film should be a runaway hit. My prediction: $200 million. (June 22)
This feature also appeared on BET.com.
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